Canucks give Chris Driedger a PTO, hire Sean Finn as scout

Driedger spent last season with Traktor Chelyabinsk

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 271 min read

What happened: The 32-year-old goalie returns from the KHL for a chance to earn an NHL contract at training camp. Finn joins Vancouver’s staff after holding player-development and hockey-operations roles in the KHL.

Why it matters: Driedger adds veteran depth while Thatcher Demko continues his rehabilitation without a return timeline. The tryout lets Vancouver evaluate another option without committing a roster spot or contract.

By the numbers: Driedger went 8-9-2 with a 3.05 goals-against average, an .897 save percentage and one shutout in 23 KHL games last season. He is 31-24-5 with a 2.45 GAA, .917 save percentage and five shutouts across 67 NHL appearances.

What to watch: Vancouver’s preseason usage should clarify where Driedger fits in its goaltending depth chart.

Sources

Yahoo NHL 2026-08-27T19:33:12.769945+00:00

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